A painting of singer Lily Allen by Spanish artist Nieves González is being exhibited at the National Portrait Gallery in London for one year. The artwork gained recognition after Allen featured it as the cover for her 2023 album, West End Girl.
The newspaper supplement AlleTijd features a 15-kilometer walking route through the dikes and polders of Wogmeer and Obdam. Hikers can explore the scenic rural landscape by following the route on their mobile devices.
The Dutch magazine Flow has released its 150th edition, marking a milestone for the publication known for its focus on mindfulness. Editor-in-chief Irene Smit discusses the magazine's mission to help readers find small moments of happiness in an increasingly turbulent world.
Researcher Jetske Stoop visited Pancratius primary school to demonstrate how favorite music can function as medicine. The session served as a preview for the science festival Expeditie NEXT, which is scheduled to take place in Enkhuizen on May 1.
Koninklijke HFC suffered a 0-1 home defeat against title contenders De Treffers in the Tweede Divisie. Despite the loss, the Haarlem-based club remains virtually safe from relegation due to other results in the league.
Urologist Piet Hoebeke explains the biological reasons why urine often develops a distinct and unpleasant odor after consuming white asparagus. He addresses the specific compounds in the vegetable that cause this effect and discusses whether all individuals experience this phenomenon.